SWsoft Releases SiteBuilder 3.0 for Linux/Unix with Advanced Capabilities for Hosting Providers and Their Customers

September 25, 2006; 09:09 AM

HERNDON, Va. – SWsoft, a recognized leader in server automation and virtualization software, today announced the availability of SiteBuilder 3.0 for Linux/Unix, the latest version of its browser-based website building application.  The new software includes advanced capabilities for hosting providers and their customers that improve ease-of-use and deliver greater functionality.  

Key features in SiteBuilder 3.0 for Linux/Unix include improved modules for end-users to create standard websites, blogs or picture galleries.   A streamlined five-step wizard and a new desktop feature enable administrators to easily manage the application and customize offerings more quickly and efficiently. 

“SiteBuilder’s user-friendly web interface, advanced design templates and open, scalable architecture make this software a powerful and flexible solution,” said Lorena Diaz, product manager, SWsoft.  “The new features we’ve built into SiteBuilder 3.0 for Linux/Unix provide greater functionality and ease-of-use, offering hosting providers an effortless way to attract, up-sell and retain more customers.” 

“We replaced our existing software with SWsoft’s SiteBuilder solution to provide our customers with the most advanced site creation software available,” said Norm Dallago, president of InfoQuest.  “SiteBuilder will enable our customers to customize their sites with exciting new features, such as blogs and picture galleries.” 

New features for end users include:

• Drag & Drop Support – The new SiteBuilder WIZARD supports drag and drop during multiple steps, providing greater usability and flexibility, and allowing users to drag and drop desired components.
• New Dynamic Modules – Eleven newly improved modules make this version of SiteBuilder even more powerful and flexible.
• Improved Blog Functionality – Now end users can create standalone blogs or add them as part of a traditional website to serve a wider range of users.
• Photo Gallery – End users can manage an unlimited number of photos and have the capability to choose templates and customize photo displays.

New administrator features include:

• New Interface with Desktop – Administrators can now easily navigate and manage the application, and customize offerings quickly and efficiently.
• User Management – The application has a multi-level users system with support for resellers. 
• Site Management – Administrators now have the ability to install different site management levels.
  
• Plan Management – This new release has improved plan management capabilities, which allow hosting providers to set up different plans depending on the service level required by a specific set of customers. 
  

SiteBuilder 3.0 for Linux/Unix supports SWsoft's OPEN FUSION initiative as a complete solution that combines the capabilities of SWsoft’s industry-leading virtualization and automation software with an easy-to-use website building application.   

Availability
SiteBuilder 3.0 for Linux/Unix is immediately available and can be downloaded at www.swsoft.com/sitebuilder.

About SWsoft
SWsoft is a recognized leader in server automation and virtualization software.  With more than 10,000 customers in over 100 countries, SWsoft's suite of award-winning products delivers proven performance, manageability and value.  SWsoft is a high growth company funded by Bessemer Venture Partners, Insight Venture Partners and Intel Capital.  For more information about SWsoft, visit www.swsoft.com.